Declaration Presentation
Transcript: Examples of Ethos in The Declaration of Independence Logos Author's Purpose Ethos Examples of Pathos in the Declaration of Independence - appeal to logic and reason, to what seems logical - polls, facts, and statistics Created by: John Rodriguez and Enrique Lopez Period 6 - " Mankind are more disposed to suffer, while Evils are suffereable, than to right themselves by abolishing the Forms to which they are accustomed" (Paragraph 2). Philosophical Assumptions - There are widely acknowledged, natural, and God- ordained ways to run government - It is a citizen's duty to rebel against unfair laws - we all have unalienable rights - " It is their Right, it is their Duty, to throw off such Government "(Paragraph 2). - appeal to Feelings - stories, scenarios, or statements designed to create an emotional response Pathos - The document was written by the Second Continental Congress, which gives it it's credibility. - The document was signed by John Hancock, who's credibility relies on his role as the president of the 13 colonies. Declaration Presentation - Credibility, believability of the author - Ethical or Moral Examples of Logos in the Declaration of Independence The colonists have tried everything possible to prevent a conflict; but they're only option in the end is to fight for independence. - " He obstructed the Administration of Justice, by refusing his assent to laws for establishing Judiciary Powers "(Paragraph 10). - " He has kept among us, in times of peace, standing armies, without the consent of our legislatures "(Paragraph 13). add logo here